Caught without a ticket? The increased fare (60 euros)
You were checked without a valid ticket and are supposed to pay 60 euros? That is the 'increased fare'. In some cases, for example a merely forgotten season ticket, the amount can be reduced considerably.
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What you should do now
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1. Stay calm, give correct details
State your personal details. False details can additionally be a criminal offense (obtaining services by deception, § 265a StGB).
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2. Prove a forgotten ticket
If you have a valid subscription or season ticket that you just did not have with you, submit a copy to the transport operator within the deadline; usually it is then strongly reduced.
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3. Check the claim
Are the amount and the facts correct? If unclear, raise objections in writing.
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4. Installments if needed
If you cannot pay, ask about installments; that avoids further steps.
Frequently asked questions
Can I reduce the 60 euros if I only forgot my pass?
Often yes. Many transport operators reduce the increased fare to a small processing amount if you present, within the set deadline, a season ticket or subscription that was already valid at the time of travel.
Is fare dodging a criminal offense?
'Obtaining transport services by deception' can be a criminal offense under § 265a StGB, especially in cases of repeated or intentional conduct. So alongside the civil-law claim (60 euros), criminal proceedings can also threaten; therefore do not give false personal details.
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General information for self-help, not legal advice (RDG). In case of a high loss or uncertainty: contact a consumer advice center or a lawyer.